P a g e | 1 14 Day Discovering Southern Namibia and South Africa’s Kalahari – Camping & Accommodated Self Drive 2018 Windhoek - Mariental - Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Fish River Canyon - Aus - Sossusvlei - Southern Namibia 14 Days / 13 Nights Group Size: 2-4 Reference: 14day DSN&SAK C&A SD2018 Date of Issue: 18 December 2017 Click here to view your Digital Itinerary P a g e | 2 Overview This is a stunning self drive trip that encompasses some of the diverse deserts of Southern Africa whilst including major attractions such as Sossusvlei and the Fish River Canyon as well as some great game viewing, predators are plentiful in the Kgalagadi and sightings are normally superb! This is a highly recommended trip to appreciate the incredible landscapes of the south. This safari can also be offered as a fully accommodated option Accommodation Destination Nights Basis The Elegant Guesthouse Windhoek 1 B&B Kalahari Anib Campsite Gondwana Collection Namibia Mariental 1 C Kalahari Tented Camp Kgalagadi Transfrontier 1 SC Park Twee Rivieren Rest Camp Kgalagadi Transfrontier 3 C Park Fish River Lodge Fish River Canyon 2 D, B&B Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite Gondwana Aus 2 C Collection Namibia Sesriem Campsite Sossusvlei 2 C Neuras Wine & Wildlife Estate Southern Namibia 1 SC Key C: Campsite only SC: Self Catering B&B: Bed and breakfast D, B&B: Dinner, bed and breakfast Price 2018 Rates - manual vehicles Price per person to Chameleon with Bidvest Car Rental Based on 2 people sharing with a 4x4 Single Cab with camping equipment & 1 roof tent Low Season (01/11/17 - 15/06/18) N$21,340 High Season (16/06/18 - 31/10/18) N$25,330 Discounted rates apply from 1 November 2017-28 February 2018 – please enquire Based on 4 people sharing with a 4x4 Double Cab with camping equipment & 2 roof tents Low Season (01/11/17 - 15/06/18) N$15,745 High Season (16/06/18 - 31/10/18) N$18,215 Discounted rates apply from 1 November 2017-28 February 2018 – please enquire OR P a g e | 3 Price per person to Chameleon with Namibia Car Rental Based on 2 people sharing with a 4x4 Single Cab with camping equipment & 1 roof tent Low Season (01/11/17 - 30/06/18) N$20,360 High Season (01/07/18 - 31/10/18) N$22,110 Based on 2 people sharing with a 4x4 Double Cab with camping equipment & 1 roof tent Low Season (01/11/17 - 30/06/18) N$21,945 High Season (01/07/18 - 31/10/18) N$24,000 Based on 4 people sharing with a 4x4 Double Cab with camping equipment & 2 roof tents Low Season (01/11/17 - 30/06/18) N$15,945 High Season (01/07/18 - 31/10/18) N$17,010 (Price valid until 31 October 2018) Please note that the N$ is fixed to the South African Rand on a 1/1 basis Included Camping & accommodation as set out in itinerary; car rental as indicated; meals as stated in itinerary; vat; tourism levy; welcome pack; e-med evacuation insurance Bidvest Car Rental - zero excess Includes: Unlimited kms, Super CDW, Super theft loss waiver; Stamp duty, third party liability; VAT; airport surcharge; map, inbound guide; full camping equipment for 2/4 people with 1 (for 2 people) roof tent or 2 (for 4 people) roof tents; 1 spare wheel Namibia Car Rental – zero excess Includes: 15% VAT, unlimited kilometres; collision damage waiver; standard tools, second driver; 2 x spare wheels; airport transfers; map; tourism levy; stamp duty; tyre and windshield cover; full camping equipment for 2/4 people with 1 (for 2 people) roof tent or 2 (for 4 people) roof tents Excluded International and other flights; visas; fuel; additional meals and optional activities; personal insurance; tips/gratuities; items of a personal nature; curios; entry fees to parks and places of interest; additionals for car hire as indicated below, etc Park entry fees: N$80/person/day and N$10/vehicle day – subject to change - please note that visitors must be in rest camps or outside the park - gates open/close at sunrise/sunset; South Africa TBA Bidvest Car Rental: Excludes: Rental deposit N$2980; contract fee N$84; fuel; additional driver per rental N$368; young driver surcharge N$368 per day (18-20 yrs); fine handling fee N$315; claim handling fee N$893; Assessors fee in event damage is greater than N$5000 N$945/incident; baby seat/booster seat N$393/rental; GPS unit N$90/day (deposit N$1000); jerry can N$362/rental (plus refundable deposit of N$110); second spare wheel N$221day and deposit of N$1100; delivery/collection fee during office hours – Within 25km N$441; Further than 25km N$441 + N$16/km. After hours – Within 25km N$882; Further than 25km N$882 + N$16/km; tyre/windscreen waiver N$85/day combined; water/sand/and undercarriage damage renters account; hail damage N$61/day; towing charges if not mechanical renters account; no show fees – 2 days rental charge; fuel; lost keys surcharge N$690 + replacement of keys; valet service (only if car excessively dirty) - renter account; damage to equipment - renter account; towing - mechanical (Bidvest); towing - accident - renter account; cross border fee to South Africa N$1590 Note: Bidvest Car Rental has offices both in Windhoek City Centre and also at the International Airport – you are able to collect and drop your vehicle at either/both destinations to suit you Namibia Car Rental Excludes: Refundable vehicle deposit (N$2000); refundable camping equipment deposit (N$2,000); contract fee P a g e | 4 N$75/rental; fuel, overdue rental admin fee N$550; claim admin fee; fines and fine handling fee N$250/incident; sand, water and undercarriage damage; tyre sidewall damage insurance N$75; cross border permits to Botswana, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe - N$550; Young driver (main driver should be 25 years) N$100/day; baby/booster seat N$450/rental; one way fees; tow in /recovery service if not mechanical; lost key call out fee N$8/km; GPS rental N$95/day; additional airport transfers (1 free of charge each way); unscheduled late/early delivery/collection fee within 25km and outside normal office hours N$350; delivery/collection fee for vehicle at Windhoek International Airport N$400; car cleaning fee for excessive dirt N$990 or actual if more; refuelling cost (actual); 12v compressor N$400/rental; first aid kit N$350/rental; fuel canister N$65; water canister N$65; fire extinguisher N$350; sat phone (usage approx N$25/min- client account) N$130/day; damage to equipment - renter account; camping tool set (spade, axe etc) - N$450/rental; sand mats / tracks - N$550/rental Note: Namibia Car Rental has its office in Windhoek City Centre – they are able to provide airport transfers for you (inclusive of rates 1 x return transfer) Day 1: The Elegant Guesthouse, Windhoek Day Itinerary Upon arrival in Windhoek collect the vehicle and drive to your guesthouse, here you’ll meet one of our tour consultants’ who will go through your travel plans and answer any last-minute questions you may have. Depending on the time of your arrival perhaps choose to wander into the city centre, relax by the pool, or alternatively join an optional township tour, sunset horse ride, or head out for a birding trip. Overnight is in a twin room with en suite facilities on a bed and breakfast basis, all other meals will be at client’s expense. Approx 40 mins from airport (plus time to collect vehicle/complete paperwork) Consultant Notes Recommend nearby Joe's Beer House for dinner - note The Elegant does not have an evening restaurant facility Windhoek is Namibia’s capital, home to an international airport and a plethora of restaurants, shops, entertainment venues and accommodation options. The city is clean, safe and well-organised, with a colonial legacy that is reflected in its many German eateries and shops, and the widespread use of the German language - though English is the official language. The city has an interesting mix of historical architecture and modern buildings, many of which are worth a look, including the Alte Feste (Old Fort), the 1896 Christuskirche (Christ Church), and the more contemporary Supreme Court. It's not a city to linger though - generally one or two nights is sufficient. Overnight: The Elegant Guesthouse Situated in the up-market residential area of Klein Windhoek, this modern guesthouse consists of 6 comfortable en- suite double rooms with ensuite facilities, tea/coffee facilities, safe and tv. There's a comfy lounge area, honesty bar, P a g e | 5 dining and outdoor area to relax around the swimming pool. An informal destination and ideal for an overnight destination in the capital city. It's just a few minutes away from shops and infamous Joe's Beerhouse. Included Bed & Breakfast Day 2: Kalahari Anib Campsite Gondwana Collection Namibia, Mariental Day Itinerary This morning (after breakfast) head south onto the red dunes of the Kalahari Basin, where you’ll camp for one night. If time permits perhaps join an optional guided nature drive around the reserve to look out for some of the desert adapted wildlife. The Kalahari is famous for the linear dunes, interspersed with grassy valleys, and game such as oryx, springbok, ostrich abound. Approx. 3hours Situated in south central Namibia, fringing the Kalahari Desert, the city of Mariental lies along the TransNamib railway and serves as the Hardap Region’s commercial and administrative capital.